DHS Awards $22.6M for Program Management Services to BAE Systems
Contract Overview
Contract Amount: $22,594,620 ($22.6M)
Contractor: BAE Systems Technology Solutions & Services Inc.
Awarding Agency: Department of Homeland Security
Start Date: 2007-11-02
End Date: 2012-08-31
Contract Duration: 1,764 days
Daily Burn Rate: $12.8K/day
Competition Type: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Number of Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS
Sector: Other
Official Description: PROGRAM MANAGEMENT/SUPPORT SERVICES
Place of Performance
Location: WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA County, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, 20528
Plain-Language Summary
Department of Homeland Security obligated $22.6 million to BAE SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS & SERVICES INC. for work described as: PROGRAM MANAGEMENT/SUPPORT SERVICES Key points: 1. Contract awarded to BAE Systems for administrative management and general management consulting services. 2. The contract value is $22.6 million. 3. Awarded by the Department of Homeland Security, Office of Procurement Operations. 4. Contract type is Time and Materials. 5. Duration of the contract was 1764 days.
Value Assessment
Rating: fair
The contract value of $22.6 million for management consulting services over nearly 5 years appears reasonable given the scope. Benchmarking against similar contracts for administrative and general management consulting services is difficult without more specific service details.
Cost Per Unit: N/A
Competition Analysis
Competition Level: full-and-open
The contract was awarded under full and open competition, suggesting a competitive bidding process. This method generally leads to better price discovery and potentially lower costs for the government.
Taxpayer Impact: Taxpayer funds were used for management consulting services, with the cost determined through a competitive process.
Public Impact
Supports critical program management functions within the Department of Homeland Security. Ensures efficient operations and strategic planning for DHS programs. The services provided likely contribute to the effective execution of DHS missions.
Waste & Efficiency Indicators
Waste Risk Score: 50 / 10
Positive Signals
- Full and open competition utilized
- Awarded by a major federal agency (DHS)
Sector Analysis
This contract falls under professional services, specifically administrative and management consulting. Spending in this sector can vary widely based on agency needs and project complexity. Benchmarks are often specific to the type of consulting provided.
Small Business Impact
The data indicates this contract was not awarded to small businesses (sb: false). Further analysis would be needed to determine if small business participation was sought or achieved through subcontracting.
Oversight & Accountability
Awarded by the Office of Procurement Operations suggests internal oversight. The duration and value indicate a significant contract requiring monitoring for performance and cost adherence.
Related Government Programs
- Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
- Department of Homeland Security Contracting
- Office of Procurement Operations Programs
Risk Flags
- Lack of specific performance details
- Ambiguous contract award status code ('DO')
- No data on initial bid estimates for comparison
Tags
administrative-management-and-general-ma, department-of-homeland-security, dc, do, 10m-plus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this federal contract paying for?
Department of Homeland Security awarded $22.6 million to BAE SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS & SERVICES INC.. PROGRAM MANAGEMENT/SUPPORT SERVICES
Who is the contractor on this award?
The obligated recipient is BAE SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS & SERVICES INC..
Which agency awarded this contract?
Awarding agency: Department of Homeland Security (Office of Procurement Operations).
What is the total obligated amount?
The obligated amount is $22.6 million.
What is the period of performance?
Start: 2007-11-02. End: 2012-08-31.
What specific program management functions were performed under this contract?
The contract description 'Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services' is broad. Specific functions could include strategic planning, organizational development, process improvement, project management support, and policy development. Understanding the precise deliverables would offer a clearer picture of the value provided.
Were there any performance issues or cost overruns during the contract period?
The provided data does not include information on performance metrics or cost variances. A review of contract performance reports, if available, would be necessary to assess any issues. The 'aw' field shows 'DO' which might indicate 'Delivery Order' or a similar status, but without a key, its meaning is unclear regarding performance.
How did the final cost compare to initial estimates or bids received?
The data shows the awarded amount ($22.6M) and the contract type (Time and Materials). To assess cost-effectiveness, a comparison with initial bids from the full and open competition would be required. Without bid data, it's impossible to determine if the final cost was optimal.
Industry Classification
NAICS: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services › Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services › Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
Product/Service Code: SUPPORT SVCS (PROF, ADMIN, MGMT) › PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Competition & Pricing
Extent Competed: FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION
Solicitation Procedures: SUBJECT TO MULTIPLE AWARD FAIR OPPORTUNITY
Offers Received: 1
Pricing Type: TIME AND MATERIALS (Y)
Evaluated Preference: NONE
Contractor Details
Parent Company: BAE Systems PLC (UEI: 217304393)
Address: 2525 NETWORK PL, HERNDON, VA, 11
Business Categories: Category Business, Not Designated a Small Business
Financial Breakdown
Contract Ceiling: $22,594,620
Exercised Options: $22,594,620
Current Obligation: $22,594,620
Parent Contract
Parent Award PIID: GS10F0007P
IDV Type: FSS
Timeline
Start Date: 2007-11-02
Current End Date: 2012-08-31
Potential End Date: 2012-08-31 00:00:00
Last Modified: 2013-04-05
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